the herd

noun

: common people : people as a group
He always sticks with the herd and does what the others do.
I refuse to follow the herd.

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There’s also a chance to buy naming rights for ponies that stay with the herd. Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2024 During the early rounds of the game, players generally try to stay in the middle of the herd strategically. Dalton Ross, EW.com, 22 Jan. 2025 This early notice can make the difference between snagging one of the few available seats on another flight or having to join the herd and accept what the airline offers. Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 In addition to the production losses, there are additional labor and supply costs to manage the outbreak in the herd, including separation and supportive care of sick cows. Kimberly Dodd, The Conversation, 16 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for the herd

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“The herd.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20herd. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.

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